The Antiquary 21 Year Old vs Aultmore 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| The Antiquary 21 Year Old | Aultmore 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Antiquary | Aultmore |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £84.9 | £109.63 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.10/5 |
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aultmore 18 Year Old
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Aultmore 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.10).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £109.63)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Aultmore 18 Year Old
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£109.63 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (4.1 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Only Aultmore 18 Year Old